Dan Heng couldn't be bothered to argue with Zi Ji.
He decided to wait until Gu Yuena returned and then tell her all about Zi Ji's "cris."
By then, Zi Ji would be the one to watch and laugh at.
But Zi Ji didn't know when to quit. Seeing that Dan Heng was ignoring her, she took her "water gun" and sprayed him a few more tis.
"That's enough!"
Zhu Zhuqing picked up a big broom from the ground and blocked all the water sprays.
Once Dan Heng entered the kitchen, Zhu Zhuqing threw the broom at Zi Ji.
Zi Ji sidestepped and dodged it easily, then gleefully said,"Ha! Now you can't stop ! Watch turn you and your disciple into drowned rats! Hahaha..."
Zi Ji looked like a rambunctious husky, her long legs moving swiftly as she chased Zhu Zhuqing, spraying water at her.
"Enough, Zi Ji! Stop being so naughty!"
Bi Ji shouted angrily.
But her soft voice lacked any real threat.
Zi Ji turned around and sprayed a stream of water straight onto Bi Ji's face, cutting her off completely.
"Bi Ji! You look so funny right now!" Zi Ji said cheerfully.
"..."
Bi Ji was helpless. Right now, no one could rein in this troublemaker Zi Ji!
She quickly ran back to her room. Though soul beasts didn't easily catch a cold, being soaking wet still felt terribly uncomfortable.
Hearing Zi Ji heading toward the kitchen again, Bi Ji coldly warned,"If you don't want to eat dinner, go ahead and keep bothering Brother-in-law!"
Zi Ji imdiately stopped in her tracks. After hesitating, she decided that food was more important than fun!
"Fine, I'll spare Brother-in-law today!"
Zi Ji carried her "water gun," thought for a mont, then went out the door to cause trouble elsewhere.
Zhu Zhuqing and Bi Ji changed into dry clothes.
When they ca out, Zi Ji hadn't returned yet.
But the sounds of chaos coming from the neighboring houses made it obvious—Zi Ji had wreaked havoc there too.
Zhu Zhuqing said coldly,"When Mistress cos back, we're telling her everything Zi Ji did! Bi Ji-jie, don't plead for her!"
Bi Ji nodded seriously and bit her lip, saying,"I won't. She's too much! Not only does she not help with chores, she goes around making a ss and disturbing my work!"
Zhu Zhuqing nodded slightly. In this household, the most "useless" mber was definitely Zi Ji!
At the dinner table.
Zi Ji had one foot up on her chair, pointing her "water gun" at Dan Heng proudly and declaring:
"Brother-in-law! Now that Elder Sister's not ho, I'm the boss here! From now on, the amount of food at dinner has to double!"
Dan Heng gave her a calm glance.This little dragon girl had really gotten out of hand, huh?
Just as he was about to speak and give her a lesson—
"BANG—!"
Zhu Zhuqing suddenly slamd her hand on the table.
Her icy eyes seed like they could tear the flesh off Zi Ji just by staring.
"Zi Ji! That's enough! Everything you do and say right now, I will report to Mistress!"
Zi Ji jumped in fright.The mont she heard Gu Yuena would find out, her arrogant swagger instantly evaporated.
She pouted,"Co on, we're all adults here. Can't you take a joke? Don't go tattling..."
Zhu Zhuqing sneered coldly,"I will tattle! And I'll even add a few juicy details!"
Zi Ji's mouth dropped open in disbelief as she looked at Zhu Zhuqing.
This woman was terrifying!
Could it be that she was actually an undercover agent placed here by the Lord herself?
Zi Ji started to panic.If the Lord found out, wouldn't she be in for a serious punishnt?
What if she got kicked out—that would be the worst!
"Take it easy, okay? I was just playing around... no need to be so serious," Zi Ji said with an awkward laugh, tossing aside her "water gun" and sitting properly to eat.
Only then did Zhu Zhuqing stop glaring at her and return to her al.
Bi Ji covered her mouth, laughing quietly.This was exactly how Zi Ji needed to be handled!
Otherwise, she'd literally start tearing the house down!
Zi Ji secretly glared at Zhu Zhuqing, thinking to herself:I can't ss around in front of this little cat anymore. I'll have to secretly pick on Brother-in-law instead!
anwhile, within the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
Yu Xiaogang, Liu Erlong, and Yu Yuanzhen were gathered together, clearly the core decision-makers of the clan now.
"Erlong, you went way too far treating like that over an outsider!"
Yu Xiaogang was the first to lash out, bringing up their earlier confrontation.
Liu Erlong sneered and scoffed,"That was being polite! Yu Xiaogang, I warned you not to go to the library, and not to bother Mr. Dan Heng! But what did you do?"
Yu Xiaogang retorted stubbornly,"I just asked him to fetch us so tea! It's a simple favor—what's the big deal?"
"It is a big deal! In my eyes, Mr. Dan Heng is an honored guest! The farther you stay from him, the better!"
Liu Erlong raised her voice and slamd the table, speaking coldly.
"..."
Yu Xiaogang looked helplessly at Yu Yuanzhen, spreading his hands as if to say,See what I'm dealing with?
Was he really ranked lower than so asly librarian?
Liu Erlong was clearly being biased!
"Father, Erlong even had killing intent toward back then! Thinking about it still makes shudder," Yu Xiaogang said, his voice trembling.
Liu Erlong snapped,"Stop making things up, Yu Xiaogang! I was angry, sure, but I never intended to kill you!"
Yu Xiaogang looked pleadingly at Yu Yuanzhen, hoping for support.
Yu Yuanzhen furrowed his brows as he looked at Liu Erlong.
Now that his elder son had died, his younger son Yu Xiaogang was his main hope.Of course, no niece could compare to his own son!
Yu Yuanzhen shook his head and said,"Alright, enough. You two are siblings, both carrying the clan's future—you shouldn't be fighting like this! Xiaogang, from now on, listen to Erlong. Stay away from Blue Tyrant Academy."
Yu Xiaogang imdiately protested,"Father, it's not like that! I didn't go to the library just to pick a fight.I'm actually working on uniting various Soul Master factions! Thirteen sects have already agreed to cooperate with us—including the Elephant Armored Sect's Hu Yan Zhen!"
Yu Yuanzhen's eyes lit up with satisfaction.
Being able to achieve that much showed real capability from Yu Xiaogang—and would help persuade the clan elders too!
At this rate, even without great personal strength, Yu Xiaogang might well beco the next head of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan!
Liu Erlong was stunned for a mont, then demanded,"Wait a minute! If you've made it that far, why didn't you report any progress to ? Why am I only hearing about this now?"
Yu Xiaogang smiled faintly and countered,"What, Erlong? You expect to report every little thing to you? Besides, this wasn't a stage where I needed to."
Liu Erlong grew anxious and snapped,"Don't talk nonsense! Mr. Dan Heng specifically warned that once we allied with other Soul Master factions, it would bring danger at any ti! You can't just act on your own!"
"Mr. Dan Heng again! Always Mr. Dan Heng!" Yu Xiaogang roared in anger."Erlong, why do you trust a librarian over ?"
He pointed in the direction of Blue Tyrant Academy, gritting his teeth.
"Do you really think I'm inferior to him?"
"I'm the one leading the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan into a new era!I'm the one who will make our clan rise again!You can't treat like this!"
Yu Xiaogang was so furious that his face turned red.
Dan Heng had beco a shadow over him.
Because of Dan Heng, he had experienced so many unlucky events.
And now, even Liu Erlong was siding with Dan Heng—it made him almost lose control!
Liu Erlong was stunned by his shouting. For a mont, she actually wondered if she had been too harsh.
Yu Yuanzhen shook his head and said, "Enough, both of you step back a little. Erlong, you should leave for now."
Liu Erlong hesitated for a mont, but seeing Yu Yuanzhen's serious expression, she turned and left.
As soon as she left, Yu Yuanzhen placed his hand on Yu Xiaogang's shoulder.
Yu Xiaogang was panting heavily, his whole body trembling.
Yu Yuanzhen's large hand cald Yu Xiaogang down.
"Father..."
"Xiaogang, don't let Erlong sway you. Rember, the future of the family rests on your shoulders!"
Yu Yuanzhen said earnestly.
In fact, he was making it clear to Yu Xiaogang:
He would support Yu Xiaogang in eventually becoming the head of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
Yu Xiaogang's eyes imdiately lit up, and he no longer felt aggrieved.
If he could beco the clan leader, then what did his current grievances matter?
"Father! I will do my best to lead our family to a glorious coback!"
Yu Xiaogang said excitedly.
Heaven Dou Imperial Palace
Emperor Xue Ye wore a gloomy expression, smashing several vases after his return.
The palace maids didn't even dare to lift their heads, standing quietly at the side, terrified of being caught up in his rage.
Prince Xue Xing entered and imdiately understood what was going on: Emperor Xue Ye had once again been humiliated at Moon Pavilion!
Ever since the Clear Sky Clan had been severely crippled by Spirit Hall, Emperor Xue Ye had been desperate to win over the beauty (Tang Yuehua) and had beco increasingly impatient.
However, Tang Yuehua had clearly expressed her lack of affection for Emperor Xue Ye and her refusal to compromise.
As a result, Emperor Xue Ye repeatedly hit a wall.
"Outrageous! Damn outrageous! She dares to ignore ?! If not for my support, their family would have long been exterminated! They wouldn't still be living peacefully in the mountains, enjoying all kinds of supplies!"
Emperor Xue Ye was almost driven mad with anger, roaring at Prince Xue Xing.
Prince Xue Xing wiped the spittle off his face, feeling helpless.
If you're so angry, why don't you go confront Tang Yuehua yourself?
"Xue Xing! Tell ! What must I do to make her accept my love?!"
Emperor Xue Ye grabbed Prince Xue Xing by the shoulders and roared.
Prince Xue Xing awkwardly faced his furious brother's giant face.
After so hesitation, he said, "How about... forcing it? Given their situation now, Tang Yuehua would likely have no choice but to accept... no, even gladly accept..."
"All we need to do is act decisively—she wouldn't be able to escape. There would be plenty of opportunities..."
Prince Xue Xing offered a suggestion.
Essentially, he ant drugging Tang Yuehua and forcing the situation.
At that point, Tang Yuehua would have only two choices: either resist openly—sothing the crippled Clear Sky Clan couldn't afford—or silently accept the humiliation.
Emperor Xue Ye actually hesitated for a mont, contemplating the feasibility.
If he did it, he would get what he wanted!
But as an emperor—not yet a tyrant—he had to consider many consequences.
After a long ti, he shook his head and cursed:
"Idiot! What a rotten idea! If I did that and the Clear Sky Clan found out, those madn... Besides, I am a righteous ruler! How could I stoop to such despicable acts?"
"...It was my mistake," Prince Xue Xing said awkwardly, though he disagreed in his heart.
It was obvious Emperor Xue Ye simply lacked the guts to "take a bite in secret."
"Think harder! Xue Xing, I value you the most among my brothers. Don't disappoint ! Understand?"
Emperor Xue Ye patted Prince Xue Xing on the shoulder seriously.
"...Understood."
Prince Xue Xing felt helpless.
Fine, this troubleso task was still landing in his hands after all.
anwhile, in the Fengdan Empire.
This newly established empire had originally claid to serve under Prince Zhu, but later it was revealed there was a higher ruler.
Now, Gu Yuena had specifically co to personally take her seat!
She wore silver armor, but her face was covered by divine light, making her features indistinguishable.
She strode into the Fengdan imperial court.
The officials of Fengdan Empire watched her, curious about the true identity of their "emperor."
Prince Zhu and Di Tian, the two currently highest-ranking ministers, imdiately knelt to show their loyalty.
"Greetings to our sovereign!"
The other officials quickly reacted, kneeling together.
Even though they couldn't see Gu Yuena's real face,
the divine aura she radiated easily made them submit!
Gu Yuena walked to the throne and sat down slowly.
Then she swept her gaze over the ministers—many were Spirit Masters, forr mbers of Spirit Hall who had split away.
At this mont, every one of them was filled with utmost reverence for her!
"Rise."
Prince Zhu and Di Tian stood up first, followed by the others.
At this mont, everyone was looking at Gu Yuena with deep respect.
"Report the current situation," Gu Yuena said calmly.
Prince Zhu stepped forward and explained the state of affairs.
Because their uprising was a rebellion—and because the Star Luo Empire's governance had not been seriously flawed—the common people didn't really support the Fengdan Empire.
Skirmishes and battles often broke out, but they were manageable.
For now, their priority was to consolidate power, not imdiately attack the Star Luo Empire.
They didn't yet have the strength to swallow the Star Luo Empire whole!
They were even struggling to govern properly.
In short: conquering was easy, ruling was hard!
"...The key issue lies with food. This year's harvest failed, and there's little grain stored. Most of the lands are planted with cotton and other non-food crops..."
Gu Yuena nodded slightly. "Since I am here, this issue will be resolved. From now on, prioritize planting food crops."
"This... Your Majesty, it's not the season for planting grains right now," Prince Zhu said, dumbfounded, staring at Gu Yuena.
"Just do as I say," Gu Yuena said calmly.
Prince Zhu had no choice but to obey. Even though the decree sounded absurd, he could only follow orders.
"Secondly, the Star Luo Empire has a guardian deity known as the Holy King. If summoned..."
Gu Yuena smiled faintly. "It would still not be a concern."
This so-called Holy King was rely a White Tiger Beast God.
Among beast gods, was there anyone who dared disrespect the Silver Dragon King?
In the past, the Dragon God was the sovereign of all beasts!
And now, because of suppression from the God Realm, there were hardly any beast gods left.
If the White Tiger Beast God appeared, Gu Yuena would actually be happy!
"Is there anything else? If not, court is dismissed."
Gu Yuena said coldly.
She needed to quickly settle matters here so she could return to her beloved soon!
(End of Chapter)
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